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Pope Leo XIV visits Angola

Pope Leo XIV visits Angola

Addressing a crowd of 40,000 faithful in the city of Saurimo, the Pope spoke forcefully against authoritarians and the 'defrauding of the poor.' His epic trip through Africa has been characterized by veiled rebukes of world leaders and a call for ethical governance.

The visit to Equatorial Guinea, the final stop, is expected to be diplomatically challenging due to the country's long-standing leadership.

Observers have noted a new, more assertive speaking style from the Pope during this historic journey.

Leo XIV
267th Pope of the Catholic Church (2025–)
Angola
Country on the west coast of Southern Africa
Saurimo
Capital of the Lunda Sul province of Angola
Equatorial Guinea
Sovereign state in Africa